The England skipper netted his first goal of the Champions League group-stage campaign after he guided a header past CSKA goalkeeper in the 79th minute at Old Trafford.
While Van Gaal refused to single out Rooney for special praise, the United manager was pleased that the Red Devils captain justified his centre-forward starting spot.Rooney has come under pressure in recent weeks after a return of one goal in seven games in all competitions ahead of the visit of United’s Russian opponents.
“I thank all of my players, not only Wayne Rooney,” Van Gaal told his post-match media conference.
“Wayne Rooney is always the centre of attention and I always have to answer questions about Wayne Rooney. Wayne is Wayne and he shall always contribute in the game.
“I am very happy because I put him in the striker position again and he scored. It was a fantastic goal; the preparation was fantastic.”
Rooney has scored two goals in 10 Premier League appearances for the 20-time English champions this season.
The Three Lions striker has scored four times in five Champions League games after his hat-trick against Club Brugge in the play-off phase.
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